Fact: Influenza is a serious disease of the nose, throat and lungs and can lead to pneumonia. Every year, more than 200,000 people are hospitalized from flu complications including 20,000 children and about 36,000 die from the flu. The best way to prevent the flu is by getting a flu vaccination each year.

Symptoms:

Fever – usually high that lasts 3-4 days

Headache

Aches and pains – often severe

Fatigue and weakness – can last up to 2-3 weeks

Extreme exhaustion

Dry cough

Sore throat

Runny or stuffy nose

Nausea, vomiting and diarrhea is more common in children than adults

Treatment:

Antiviral medication prescribed by your doctor

Prevention:

Flu virus is spread mainly by an infected person that coughs or sneezes